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Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Take advantage of a firepit, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home

This home sits on a very private point lot with 700 feet of water frontage. It was designed for multiple families with kids. The view is absolutely spectacular with water on 3 sides and views from almost every room in the house. It is roughly 3,000 square feet and has a additional 2,100 square feet of balconies and decks. There are two great rooms, one for the adults and a second for the kids. The upstairs has 20' vaulted ceilings throughout. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and a Keurig Coffee machine. The huge, custom built square table seats 12 for family meals and two additional bar top chairs are at the kitchen counter top. For outdoor cooking, there is a large, high end, gas grill and a wood burning smoker.

There are two masters with one upstairs and the second down. The third and fourth bedrooms are downstairs. The game room includes a pool table, ping pong, foosball table, games and puzzles. We have a flat screen tv on the main level with Directv as well as two tv's on the bottom level, one in the master downstairs and one in the main room. We just installed a new "Starlink" wireless service with over 100M access speed, if you need to connect your laptop.

Satellite TV (DirecTV) - Three TV's
Cell Phone coverage is good with 5G availability
Nearest Marina/boat launch: About 5-10 minutes by road and less than 5 minutes by water
Water Level: Very deep.

The outside balconies and decks wrap three sides of the house. The lighted walkway leads down to the enormous three slip boat house and swim platform. The water slide is connected to city water for hours of fun in the lake. A deck box is available with life preservers for all sizes. There are plenty of chairs and chaise lounges by the house that can be brought down to the dock to use. Pontoon boat rentals are made through Duskin Point Marina. You are also welcome to bring your own boat.

The boat house includes 1 open slip for 1 boat and additional side docking for 3-4 more.

Smith Lake is rated as the third cleanest lake in the country. You must see it to believe it. There are 500 miles of shoreline with over 21,200 acres of water. There is fantastic swimming, fishing, boating and skiing. Much of the lake is in the Bankhead National Forest with miles of undisturbed wooded shores and spectacular views.

We are located very close to the Smith Lake dam and is also near Duskin Point Marina (great for refueling and a quick snack). It is 55 minutes from Birmingham, 2 hours from Nashville and 4 hours from Memphis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
With approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: with approval
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Family Paradise Smith Lake Home House Crane Hill
Family Paradise Smith Lake Home Crane Hill
Family Parase Smith Crane Hil
Family Paradise Smith Home
Family Paradise- Smith Lake Home Crane Hill
Family Paradise- Smith Lake Home Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Crane Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Dowling Memorial Park, while The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room and Crooked Creek Civil War Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 57 min drive - 60.8 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 58 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Wallace State Community College - 59 min drive - 55.9 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 60 min drive - 40.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cujos Pizza - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Cold Springs Grill - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Cookin - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Chef Troy's Country Cuisine - ‬67 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Stoney Lonesome OHV Park and Tiger Field are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home Reviews

Reviews

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

The Real M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

This was the best place for a week of relaxing and fishing with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay!

This place is absolutely amazing. Plenty of room for several grown men and all the extras you need to feel at home and relax. The owners are incredibly helpful and accommodating. I’d recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenese M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Ready for another visit

Great place to stay. Hope to rent there again this summer. Relaxing and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Getaway

We had a wonderful and relaximg weekend enjoying the beautiful view from the porch and the nice weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenese M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Relaxing. Good fishing. Great place for family and friends. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SWEET PLACE

The home is fabulous! Amazing views and lots of things to do for "kids" of all ages!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a Family Lake trip

The property was perfect for a family trip with young kids. The dock had so many things to play with and the kids loved the slide. The house has a beautiful view of the lake!! And the large dining table and couches were perfect for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Guys Trip

For years now, our friend group has done an annual weekend trip to catch up and relax. This place is so perfect for that that we might have to make it a regular location! Amazing views, plenty of beds and room. Just an incredible stay that we’d recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We had the best trip! House was as described! Everything was perfect! We even swam in the lake, after we fell off the paddle boards! The host was great, we even got to check on a few hours early!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

siblings annual weekend reunion

Spacious, clean and comfortable with lovely views of the lake. Very accommodating kitchen and dining area. Great outside decks and porches. Walk down to the water is a manageable slope that isn’t too long or too steep. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Paradise

Property was very nice and provided for a relaxing weekend with incredible view. Directions for everything were clearly spelled out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake House View

Family Paradise was a perfect fit for our family. There was just enough bedrooms for all of us. The view of the lake was amazing from most rooms and decks! It was fun to have the diving platform and water slide! We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Renters

My sisters family and my family met there for the weekend! It was just as described actually maybe more fun and roomy than we thought. Kid friendly and safe for pet. We had a very Good time and recommend anyone looking. The water is perfect there. It’s deep and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We really enjoyed our stay. House is beautiful with great view. Kitchen had everything we needed. The pool table was in use all the time except when we were floating in the lake. Several of us really enjoyed the paddle boards. That is a great amenity. Very peaceful on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2024 Fountain/Swain Family Christmas

The house and the view were beautiful. We had no problms with any instructions from the host. Everything was spelled out exactly as they needed to be.The check in and out instructions are very clear. We had people ranging from 57-3 years old and everyone enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay again and recommend it to anyone. to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway with friends.

The lake house was just as nice as advertised. The bedrooms were nice and clean with comfortable beds. Kitchen had all the amenities and the furniture was plentiful and comfortable. Huge bay windows provided a great view of the lake with beautiful sunsets. The property is as secluded as you can ask for for such a popular lake. I highly recommend the property to large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Family Reunion at Family Paradise

Property manager approved our Family Reunion. Family Paradise was perfect! Clean, well supplied, lots of room, beautiful view and lake location, water activities on the pier a blast (slide and platform), close and easily accessible boat launch, pool table which can covert to ping pong, foosball, FUN! Roads need a bit of work as you get close to the location but that is expected in the county. Our family highly recommends Family Paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B., Birmingham Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had SO MUCH fun at Family Paradise! This is a great place to stay for a reasonable price. The owners were great and got back to us with all our questions. The lake was easy to get to, and the dock is so amazing. The kids loved the slide and jumping platform. The views are incredible. It’s off of the main channel so there was not a lot of boat traffic. ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake trip before surgery

It was wonderful the weather was perfect. We had a great time everyone loved the dock with the slide and platform. got some great pictures of that. Layout was good. nothing negative but a store is not close so you need to know that so you will know what all to take it was great? Host were great to work with. Thank you Shannon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

This property was perfect for our family gathering. The view is stunning! It’s very private and they amenities were so nice. The dock was a great place to enjoy lots of swimming without worry of other boaters. Our kids in the group loved the slide, flat form jump, paddle boards, and inflatable lounge. Our communication with the owners couldn’t have been any better and it was so easy. Thanks for sharing this beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chasity S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dad’s 75th birthday celebration!

Family Paradise was the perfect setting for my family to celebrate my dad’s 75th birthday. The house was set on a beautiful cove with breathtaking lake views. We enjoyed the kayaks, slide, and jump platform. We tried to fish , but were never able to catch anything. Shannon was very responsive and able to answer all questions we had leading up to the trip. I would definitely recommend staying at this location, and I hope we can again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W., Florence, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spacious house!

Had a wonderful weekend catching up with a handful of old Highschool buddies. Enjoyed the huge kitchen, dining area every morning and evening. What a view! Spent Saturday viewing the lake on a boat that we brought. It was great having a dock to park it under! Spent the last evening swimming and relaxing on the dock! This is the nicest place I've stayed in Smith lake! 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

My family truly enjoyed our stay at Family Paradise. The beautiful lake view is the star of this vacation home. We enjoyed the large kitchen and eating area, as well. There is plenty of seating throughout and even a pool table. If you are looking for a relaxing stay on the lake with plenty of room for family and/or friends, this is it. Unrelated to the home, I was disappointed to see that previous renters had broken bottles and left cans on the lakeshore. I don't know how to stop this, but it was sad to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn Delight

The amazing views from this property are endless! Family Paradise rests at the mid-focal point of the cove! This lake retreat was perfect for our multi-generational (20's through 80's) family holiday celebration! The kitchen is large and fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and appliances! The walk-thru butler's pantry is perfect for holding your groceries! We cooked, baked, ate, laughed, and enjoyed the breathtaking views from every window! Highlights: fishing off the dock, sitting around the firepit in the evenings, taking in the views from the swivel chairs on the top deck, playing pool, and playing cards at the large family table! Family Paradise feels like the lake house that has been in your family for years! The owners are excellent and the process to rent and stay at Family Paradise is easy to follow! Family Paradise is Smith Lake VRBO vacationing at its best!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place for a family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025